Jebediah vs Fergus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fergus

Boy #4,453 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man of vigor"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,453
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jebediah Rank #4,315
Fergus Rank #4,453

Jebediah is more popular, ranked #4315 vs #4453 for Fergus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jebediah or Fergus more popular?

Jebediah is more popular, ranked #4315 compared to Fergus at #4453 in the United States.

What do Jebediah and Fergus mean?

Jebediah means "friend of God" (Hebrew origin). Fergus means "man of vigor" (Old Irish origin).

Are Jebediah and Fergus boy or girl names?

Jebediah is primarily a boy name. Fergus is primarily a boy name.

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